Recent Gold Articles

Make no mistake: Gold is a serious business. As an asset, gold can influence markets, bolster retirement portfolios, and serve as a hedge against global economic uncertainty. Despite that seriousness, however, visionaries around the world have created some unapologetically odd things made of gold. Things Made of Gold Time Is Money—Lots of Money Every hour…

As a gold buyer, you likely understand the relationship between gold and inflation, gold and silver, and maybe even gold and interest rates. But do you understand the tricky relationship between gold prices and crude oil prices? America’s Gold Authority® is here to break it down for you in plain and simple terms. Oil and…

Gold remains one of the rarest elements on earth. But just how hard is it to come by, and when might the gold supply run out? America’s Gold Authority® has the answers. How Much Gold Has Been Mined? No one knows for certain how to calculate the total amount of gold ever mined, but the…

You shop for clothes, books, groceries, and gifts online. You may even do most of your banking online. But buying gold online? You might be a little wary, and that’s okay. We’ll explain how you can be smart and buy gold online—safely. Are You at Risk? Amid the meteoric rise of the price of gold…

Swarms of people headed to California during the gold rush of the mid 1800s in search of great fortune. But did you know that gold has been found in every state in the U.S.? The Gold Bullion Act of 1985 directed the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue gold coins in $50, $25,…

You probably already know that few coins deliver the tour de force of design and history that the Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coin provides. But how much do you know about the coin’s history? For instance, did you know that a receptionist almost prevented the coin’s design from becoming a reality? Or that the pipe organ…

Jeffrey Gundlach. Naguib Sawiris. Paul Tudor Jones. Sam Zell. Ray Dalio. Lord Jacob Rothschild. These are all billionaires who believe in the power of gold, but for different reasons. Some buy gold for portfolio diversification. Others buy gold as a way to preserve wealth. What can you learn from these billionaires? Follow along to find…

You already know that majestic imagery of the bald eagle graces many of our coins and that it’s also our national emblem. But did you know that the U.S. nearly missed out on incorporating the powerful bird into our nation’s official seal, the one and only “Great Seal”? It’s true. Many people toiled away at…

For buyers of precious metals, few things compare to a gold bar—holding it is like gripping the weight of wealth and centuries of global fascination. It’s heavy stuff, in more ways than one. If you’re considering joining the “gold bar club,” you likely have a few questions. You’re not alone. These are the most common…

You might be striving to pay off student loans and save up for a house. Or you might still be trying to master the art of monthly budgeting. Either way, you probably know you should save something for later in life. Gold can help with that, as well as other financial goals. The same advice…

If you’re reading this, you’re likely aware of why someone gets gold. It can be a hedge against inflation, a portfolio diversifier, and a store of wealth. However, you might not be aware of the ways to buy gold. Should you buy gold online or in a store? Should you buy a gold coin or…

It’s every gold owner’s biggest fear—their gold is fake. U.S. Money Reserve is here to equip you with the information you need to help make sure that doesn’t happen to you, no matter where you choose to buy gold. Here are six tips to help prevent you from being victimized by a gold scam. Tips…